Severe flooding after heavy rains Puerto, Colombia 5th July 2024 DUFW24

#DisasterUpdate Puerto, a town in Colombia, has been severely impacted by heavy rains on July 5, 2024, leading to extensive flooding. The intense rainfall caused rivers to overflow, inundating homes, businesses, and infrastructure. This severe weather event has disrupted daily life, with roads becoming impassable and significant property damage reported. The local government has initiated emergency response measures to assist those affected and provide temporary shelters. Flooding in Puerto is not uncommon during the rainy season, but the severity of this event highlights the need for improved flood management and preparedness strategies to mitigate future risks and protect the community. DUFW24